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CERT Class 6: Light Search & Rescue

A group of people in safety vests and helmets work on a wooden structure indoors, possibly training or setting up equipment.

In this unit you will learn about: 

  • Classifying damaged buildings into Light, Moderate, or Heavy
  • Search and rescue 
  • Lifting heavy objects and mechanical advantage 

Participants learn about search and rescue planning, size-up, search techniques, rescue techniques, and most importantly, rescuer safety. Also, how to lift heavy objects using cribbing methods. 

Class Documents

Participant Guides 
Presentation 
Links 
Videos 

CERT Victim Carries

CERT Cribbing 

Search & Rescue Basics Tutorial

Reference